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TAIWANfest runs Sept. 5-7 in downtown Vancouver with live music, artist market, exhibitions, workshops, and culinary programs. Free admission at multiple downtown venues.
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Surrey Langley SkyTrain construction causes overnight lane restrictions and traffic stoppages on Fraser Highway between 168 Street and 184 Street, Sunday through Thursday nights until late September 2026. Use 80 Avenue, Highway 15, or 184 Street as alternates.
New Westminster
East Columbia Street in New Westminster has traffic changes through mid-November 2026 for Metro Vancouver sewer replacement. Northbound traffic must turn right onto Brunette Avenue. Detour to Sapperton and RCH via McBride Boulevard and 8th Avenue.
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VancouverThings to Do
TAIWANfest runs Sept. 5-7 in downtown Vancouver with live music, artist market, exhibitions, workshops, and culinary programs. Free admission at multiple downtown venues.
SurreyTransit
Surrey Langley SkyTrain construction causes overnight lane restrictions and traffic stoppages on Fraser Highway between 168 Street and 184 Street, Sunday through Thursday nights until late September 2026. Use 80 Avenue, Highway 15, or 184 Street as alternates.
New WestminsterTransit
East Columbia Street in New Westminster has traffic changes through mid-November 2026 for Metro Vancouver sewer replacement. Northbound traffic must turn right onto Brunette Avenue. Detour to Sapperton and RCH via McBride Boulevard and 8th Avenue.
SurreyThings to Do
Crave Halal Fest runs Sept. 5-6 at Surrey Civic Plaza with halal food vendors, local retailers, artisans, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Free admission.
SurreyTransit
Surrey Langley SkyTrain construction blocks vehicle access at 138 Street and Fraser Highway 24/7 from July 6 to September 30, 2026. Drivers must use Whalley Boulevard or 140 Street. Cyclists and pedestrians can still use Fraser Highway paths.
CoquitlamTransit
Cedar Drive in Coquitlam is fully closed 24/7 from May 11, 2026 to Fall 2027 for sedimentation pond work and road upgrades. Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians detour via Victoria Drive and Gilleys Trail.
BurnabyThings to Do
Nikkei Matsuri 2026 runs Sept. 4-6 in Burnaby with taiko, Bon Odori, yukata rentals, and a new free Fun Park. Tickets $12-15; free for under 18, over 65, and members.
New WestminsterTransit
Pattullo crews keep intermittent overnight single-lane closures on Bridge Connector from September 1 for about a week (10 p.m.–5 a.m.). Royal Avenue on-ramp overnight closures land September 4, 8, and 9. Use 6th Street to 6th Avenue to McBride Boulevard.
New WestminsterTransit
Front Street Truck Route in New Westminster is closed from August 31, 2026 for approximately four months for Pattullo Bridge Replacement retaining-wall construction. Regular traffic detours to Columbia Street; trucks must use official truck routes.